Month: September 2011

A new study out of Rutgers University suggests that you may get the most benefit from your morning cup of coffee by slathering it on your skin rather than by drinking it. The study strengthens the theory that caffeine offers protection against certain skin cancers by helping to prevent damage caused by ultraviolet light. The… Read more »

Our top selling Apothekari Super Antioxidant Serum formulated with high potency Vitamin C, E and ferulic acid is now more affordable! We’ve found a way to lower the price on this multi-tasking formulation which is a must for any anti aging skin care regimen. It works in several ways to: Protect skin from oxidative and… Read more »

I rarely get to read magazines except for when I’m waiting to see my doctor, my dentist or my optometrist. This week I was in for a treat when I picked up a copy of Maclean’s magazine to read an interview with Dr William Davis, a cardiologist, discussing the evils of wheat. Although the natural… Read more »

Skin is the body’s protective barrier. Its health is important and affected by a range of factors including weather, humidity and topical treatments. Whether or not you obsess over your skin, you’re likely to have wondered at one time or another whether the bump on your skin was innocuous or harmful. The line between conditions… Read more »

Believe it or not, but a new study published in the journal Addiction Biology suggests that indoor tanning taps into the brain’s reward center and may be addictive. Despite the FDA requiring warning labels since 2007 about an increased skin cancer risk when using commercial tanning beds, an estimated 30 million Americans continue to use… Read more »

Uremol 20 is a cream that contains 20% concentration of urea and is useful in the management of keratosis pilaris (KP), a skin condition characterized by bumpy skin. Urea is a skin active, which also forms part of the skin’s Natural Moisturizing Factor (NMF). In addition to humectants properties, which helps it attract moisture, the urea… Read more »

Renovage is a new skin care active that is accompanied by several interesting claims. It is a featured ingredient in Reversa Multitasking Care. Does it work? Renovage is the brand name for trepenone, developed by the French skin care company Sederma. Trepenone is a drug that has been used in Japan to help protect tissues… Read more »

It’s one thing to decide that your nose isn’t quite right and needs a little tweaking, but something else entirely when you decide that Fido could do with some fine tuning as well. It turns out that not only humans are seeking out more plastic surgery. A recent article in the Globe and Mail summarizes the… Read more »

If you’re one of the millions of individuals considering cosmetic surgery, you may want to know about RealSelf.com. A website dedicated to help empower people to share their experiences, expertise and opinion on important beauty decisions such as: Cosmetic dermatology & cosmetic surgery Dentistry Weight and hair loss Vision correction RealSelf has been designed to… Read more »

If you have a tendency towards ashy or grey skin, you’re not alone. Ashy skin is caused by dry skin and although anyone can end up with it, it tends to be more noticeable on individuals with dark or olive complexions because it is such a contrast to the natural skin tone. Skin that is… Read more »

When it comes to taking care of your skin, a good nighttime skin care routine is just as important as the one you establish for day. For daytime, your priority should be protection – protection against damaging UVA and UVB rays, protection from pollution and to fight against other environmental assaults. A broad spectrum sunscreen… Read more »

If you suffer from dry skin, you’ll be pleased to hear about Linacare creams. Backed by clinical studies, Linacare offers relief where other products may fail. Moisturized and hydrated skin is one of the most important factors in keeping skin looking young and healthy. As the body’s largest organ, skin performs several important functions including:… Read more »

If you’re up on scientific skin care mumbo jumbo, then the term telomere may already be part of your vocabulary. Chances are you may have stumbled across it when trying to decide whether or not to try the latest anti-wrinkle treatment. Simply put, a telomere is a region of repetitive DNA sequences found at the… Read more »

Cosmeceuticals are topical skin care products that aren’t drugs, but which contain active ingredients that can alter the physiology of skin. Think retinol, salicylic acid, Vitamins C and E, or alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs). Because they aren’t regulated by the FDA or Health Canada, one isn’t allowed to make claims regarding their use. Prescription items, which… Read more »

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